Senior AI/ML Research Scientist - Surrogate Modeling & MSA

Peraton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton Labs is seeking a self-motivated Senior AI/ML Research Scientist with a strong foundation in machine learning, optimization and data analytics to help design and deliver next-generation ML-driven modeling, simulation and analysis capabilities. The role emphasizes research, prototyping and evaluation of AI/ML-driven analytics to accelerate simulations and surrogate modeling.

You will work with a small team of research scientists to investigate challenging problems, develop optimization

Qualifications

• Minimum of MS with 14+ years of experience or PhD with 10+ years in CS/EE or related field.
• Expertise in ML and optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience with ML tooling such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Knowledge of LLMs and agentic AI is a plus.
• Proficiency with Python and C/C++.
• Proficiency with Linux, Git, Docker and Kubernetes.
• US Citizenship is required for this position.
• Willingness to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Willingness to travel to Basking Ridge, NJ up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research on AI/ML-driven analytics to expedite high-fidelity modeling and simulations.
• Design and implement prototypes that operationalize research into usable capabilities.
• Translate customer needs into technical approaches, balancing novelty with feasibility and deployability.
• Produce high-quality technical documentation, briefings and publications.
• Maintain strong system hygiene: Linux-based development, version control, containers, reproducibility, and clean software practices.
• Learn and integrate new tools/technologies quickly to keep pace with evolving customer needs and emerging research.

Skills

ML expertise

Python

C/C++

Leadership

Independence

Ambiguity management

Travel readiness

Education

MS +14y

PhD +10y

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Linux

Job description

Peraton Labs is seeking a self-motivated Senior AI/ML Research Scientist with a strong foundation in machine learning, optimization and data analytics to help design and deliver next-generation ML-driven modeling, simulation and analysis capabilities. The role emphasizes research, prototyping and evaluation of AI/ML-driven analytics to accelerate simulations and surrogate modeling.

You will work with a small team of research scientists to investigate challenging problems, develop optimization